Museum Collections
Luce Center
Chevrons
Object Number:
INV.7472q
Date:
1910-1920
Medium:
Wool, cotton
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 1/8 in. ( 14 x 8.3 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Olive felt patch with three olive-drab chevrons at top, and five gold thread lightning bolts in center, flanked by gold wreath at bottom.
Gallery Label:
These chevrons were worn by a Coast Artillery Electrician sergeant on the upper sleeve of his jacket.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.